Snowmobile Polaris RMK Shift / RMK / Dragon RMK (2008 year). Instruction - part 1

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INTRODUCTION

Important Notes for Owners and Drivers

After reading this manual, store it in the snowmobile for convenient ref-
erence. It should remain with the snowmobile when the snowmobile is 
sold.

Some of the illustrations and photos used in this manual are general rep-
resentations. Your model may differ.

Follow the maintenance program outlined in this manual. Preventive 
maintenance ensures that critical components of the snowmobile are 
inspected by your dealer at specific mileage intervals.

You and your dealer must complete the registration form included with 
your snowmobile and forward it to us. This completed form is necessary 
to ensure warranty coverage.

Protect and preserve your right to ride by joining your local trail riding 
clubs.

When teaching inexperienced operators to ride, set up a predetermined 
course for practice. Make sure they know how to drive and control the 
snowmobile before allowing them to make longer trips. Teach them 
proper snowmobile courtesy, and enroll them in driver’s training and 
safety courses sponsored by local or state organizations.

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INTRODUCTION

Preservation of the Environment

Polaris is committed to supporting an environmental education cam-
paign. We encourage state and provincial governments across the snow-
belt to adopt rigorous safety training programs that encourage protection 
of our environment, including wildlife and vegetation.

Snowmobile clubs and other organizations are working together to pro-
tect our environment. Please support their efforts and operate your 
snowmobile with consideration for the protection and preservation of 
our environment.

Noise Level

One of the most publicized issues about snowmobiles is noise. The 
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the standard-setting body for 
snowmobile development, recommends that snowmobiles conform to 
prescribed sound levels.

Polaris snowmobiles are engineered to conform to these SAE standards. 
Our muffler systems are designed to reduce noise levels and must not be 
altered or removed. The sound of your snowmobile may not be welcome 
to non-snowmobilers, so you have a responsibility to operate your 
snowmobile with concern for others. We do our part by manufacturing 
quieter machines; we ask your help to further reduce the impact of noise 
by operating your snowmobile safely and responsibly.

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INTRODUCTION

Vehicle Identification Numbers

Record your snowmobile’s identification numbers and key number in 
the spaces provided below. The key number is stamped on the spare key. 
The number on the rubber-coated key is in the form of raised dots. 
Remove the spare key and store it in a safe place. An ignition key can be 
duplicated only by ordering a Polaris key blank (using your key num-
ber) and mating it with one of your existing keys. The ignition switch 
must be replaced if all keys are lost.

Vehicle Model Number:  ___________________________________________________

Tunnel VIN: _____________________________________________________________
(lower right side of the tunnel)

Engine Serial Number (on valve cover): _______________________________________

Key Number:  ___________________________________________________________

VIN

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SAFETY

Operator Safety

The following signal words and symbols appear throughout this manual 
and on your vehicle. Your safety is involved when these words and sym-
bols are used. Become familiar with their meanings before reading the 
manual.

The safety alert symbol, on your vehicle or in this manual, alerts you to the 

potential for injury.

WARNING

The safety alert warning indicates a potential hazard that may result in serious 

injury or death.

CAUTION

The safety alert caution indicates a potential hazard that may result in minor 

injury or damage to the vehicle.

CAUTION

A caution indicates a situation that may result in damage to the vehicle.

NOTE

A note will alert you to important information or instructions.